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JVC GY-HD250U 3-CCD HDV/DV Camcorder
Features | Specifications | Large Image
Professional ProHD camcorder with super-smooth 720/60p imaging for ENG and sports acquisition, plus a 26-pin connector for studio use.
With 720/60p capture and recording capabilities, the GY-HD250 delivers full-resolution HD images, ensuring the high resolution and smooth motion critical to news and sports field production. Equally proficient in the studio, the GY-HD250 can easily be converted for studio use with the optional KA-HD250, a specially designed studio adapter incorporating an industry-standard 26-pin multicore connection. Other valuable features of this versatile camcorder include genlock capability, component and HD-SDI output, a wide selection of HD lenses, enhanced cinema gamma, external time code synchronization and professional connectors on a rugged die cast chassis.From live field recording to high-end studio production, the GY-HD250 is the cost-effective solution to today's demand for high-quality imaging.
Professional Specifications
HDV and DV Compatible
As the HDV format uses the same recording track pitch as Professional DV, the GY-HD250 can record signals in either standard or high definition according to the user's needs.
True 24p Recording
The GY-HD250 is a professional high-definition camcorder featuring real HD 24p recording capability -- previously available on only the most expensive HD cameras. Ideal for DVD production, HD progressive 24-frame-per-second recording makes it possible to shoot images with film-like quality and smooth motion. Once recorded, those images can easily be transferred without frame rate conversion to 16 mm or 35 mm film with full HD fidelity.ProHD's outstanding image quality is supported by a wide range of powerful features including an image inverse function that cancels image reversal (reversal of top/bottom and left/right) and a Film out mode function that automatically adjusts the gamma curve and color matrix to give images a filmic look.
Three preset gammas (Standard, Cinema for a film-like setting and Film out for the optimal imagery of a film camera) are available to choose from depending on the purpose. Combined, these features make this camcorder ideal for digital film productions.
Interchangeable HD Lenses
The GY-HD250 features a standard professional 1/3" bayonet lens mount, giving you the ability to use a variety of other professional HD lenses. In addition to the standard detachable 16x servo Fujinon lens, a wide range of options are available, including a 13x (3.5 mm) wide zoom lens, 18x Fujinon zoom lens, 20x Canon zoom lens, a wide angle converter for the standard 16x lens, and adapters that allow 1/2" and 2/3" bayonet mount lenses to be used.And when you add film lens mount adapter to the 1/3" bayonet mount, you can even mount 16mm film camera lenses on the GYHD250, greatly expanding your production lens options.
3-CCD Camera System With 720p HD CCDs
The GY-HD250 uses three 1/3" high definition CCD image sensors. Each array has a pixel resolution of 1280 x 720 and uses a micro lens system. Since this native resolution matches that of most HDTV displays, the need for image scaling is eliminated, further enhancing the quality of the recorded images. Other advantages of these CCDs include sophisticated circuitry that virtually eliminates lag and image burn.Uncompressed 720/60p Live Signal Output
In addition to providing superior quality HD recording in the HDV format, the GY-HD250 can capture and output both digital and analog HD signals at 60 frames per second. Ideal for live broadcasting, the uncompressed full-resolution signal (either 720p or converted 1080/60i) can be output via the built-in HD-SDI and component analog terminals, providing an ideal feed to a video server, HD switcher or microwave link.
Professional functions
Compact Shoulder Mount Design
JVC's ProHD camcorders are the only professional HD camcorders to feature a compact shoulder mount design. Like its predecessors, the GY-HD250 offers excellent mobility and enhanced usability, while its flexible range of ergonomic adjustments ensures that camera operators, regardless of stature or physique, can support the camcorder steadily and, above all, comfortably.Professional Functions and Switch Layout
In addition to the Full Auto Shooting to handle difficult or variable lighting environments, the GY-HD250 is equipped with an array of functions that give professionals creative flexibility. These include, amongst others, zebra, gain, white balance and full shutter control. Also, the GY-HD250's switches have been positioned where professional camera operators can expect them. This helps make shooting more intuitive, precise, easy, and error-free, because the learning process is minimized dramatically, making the GY-HD250 the ideal camera for any assignment.Detachable 230,000-pixel LCD Color Viewfinder
The viewfinder's eyepiece can be moved backwards and forwards and can also be adjusted laterally for left or right eye shooting, enabling it to fit the operator comfortably. JVC's own proprietary and patented Focus Assist control ensures fast and easy focusing. To make focusing even easier, a black and white mode is available. Stronger contrast and reduced color noise make visualization and composition easier in this mode and put less strain on your eyes so you can shoot for longer periods. You can also keep using the viewfinder even when using the LCD display. When not required, the viewfinder may be detached.3.5" LCD Display Panel
This 250,000-pixel 3.5" color TFT LCD monitor provides a high-resolution image during shooting and playback. JVC's own developed Focus Assist control ensures fast and easy focusing. A push button selects three display modes:- Video only
- Video images with text information overlay including time, status, mode and other data are shown on the screen.
- Only information such as time, status, mode, time code, audio levels and other data is shown on the screen. When the LCD display panel is in this mode, the viewfinder can also be used.
Various Audio-Related Functions
When color bars are output, an audio reference level (test tone) can also be output if required. This is set via the menu. The audio reference level can be set at -12 dB or -20 dB as required. To minimize extraneous noise picked up by the microphone, a "wind cut" function is provided.Genlock
This camcorder has genlock input capability for synchronization and time code input/output, making multi-camera shooting possible. For synchronization, BB or VBS signals (SD) and HD tri-level sync signals (HD) are available to lock to various components, including external audio recorders, other cameras and switchers. In addition, H Phase (HD/SD) and SC Phase (SD only) can be adjusted.Versatility and Flexibility
Camera Settings Recorded on SD Card
Customized settings can be stored on a standard SD memory card and loaded into another GY-HD250 or changed on site, as required.IEEE 1394 Interface/HD-SDI Output Interface
A convenient IEEE 1394 interface allows easy direct connection to NLE systems or to a PC for capturing, editing and archiving. An HD-SDI (High Definition Serial Digital Interface) is also provided to enable transmission of uncompressed digital HD signals via co-axial cable. Since the HD-SDI interface can use existing SDI (Serial Digital Interface) cabling, configuring studio applications is greatly simplified.User-Friendly Design
Universal Ergonomic Design
The GY-HD250 has multiple adjustments to provide a comfortable positioning of the camera, such as a shoulder pad that can be moved back and forth, a viewfinder with an eyepiece that can be adjusted left and right as well as back and forth, and a padded audio monitor that adjusts up & down.Patented "Focus Assist" Function
A JVC-patented feature, Focus Assist, turns focusing into an easy, fast and accurate process. When Focus Assist is activated, the picture in the viewfinder becomes monochrome and all objects which are in focus take on a color fringe. In addition to the factory default Middle position, Low and High positions are available. In the Low position, you can limit the area in focus for more precise focusing. This is particularly helpful when using the technique of pulling focus. Focus Assist works equally in the 0.44" viewfinder and the 3.5" LCD panel. There are two Focus Assist buttons, one for each of handheld and shoulder operation.Shutter Angle Display Mode
In addition to the conventional second-unit indication for shutter values, a shutter angle display mode is available. This makes it easy for all users -- including those more familiar with film cameras -- to set the shutter value.Connect to Optional External HDD
The camcorder has a hard disk drive accessory option, DR-HD100, which connects via the IEEE 1394 port, allowing footage to be edited immediately without having to wait for data to be transferred.Other Features
- Two XLR audio inputs
- Full Auto Shooting
- Color matrix
- LCD mirror mode
- Two-mode composite out
- Color bars
DR-HD100 Hard Disk Drive Incorporating The Latest DTE (Direct to Edit™) Technology
Interface to GY-HD250 Camcorder
The DR-HD100 has been designed specifically to interface with the GY-HD250 camcorder via IEEE 1394. Interlocked to the camcorder's record trigger, HD and SD images can be recorded together with audio and time code. It can be powered by either a built-in rechargeable or external battery. The DR-HD100 is supplied with its own cradle, from which it can be detached easily. Optional brackets are available for mounting the HDD recorder to the rear of the camcorder.Compatibility with NLE Systems for HDV and DV Editing
DTETM technology permits the DR-HD100 recordings in HDV and DV to be set to the NLE's native file format. This means that no time is lost due to the lengthy processes of file transfer and conversion. The DR-HD100 can be used with most popular editing applications from Adobe, Apple, Avid, Canopus and many more*. As new application support is released, the DR-HD100 can be updated in the field with new system software easily by connecting the disk drive to a computer.* NLE Dependent
Integrated With Camcorder and Disk Drive Operation
Attached with the GY-HD250, the DR-HD100's record and record/pause functions are controlled from the camcorder. Time code generated by the camcorder is recorded to files on the DR-HD100, and recorder status and other information can appear in both the viewfinder or LCD display.Long Record Times
This hard disk drive option extends uninterrupted record time by many hours. For example, a 40GB FireWire drive can store 3 hours of DV video and 4 hours of HDV video, and 80GB drive does twice these times. It is also possible to daisy chain up to four external drives of different capacities to the DR-HD100, enabling uninterrupted recording of extremely long duration.LCD Display and Playback Modes
The DR-HD100 features a detailed LCD that displays the system mode, time code and disk space remaining. Video clips can be reviewed in the viewfinder, LCD panel or external monitor, by using DR-HD100's playback mode. Functions include record, play, pause, stop, forward index, back index and multi speed fast forward and rewind.
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